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Bridging the divide – food justice in rural and urban Queensland

Join us for an important symposium which explores current issues affecting our food, land and water in South East Queensland

Co-hosted by ‘Bridging the Divide’ and the Griffith University EcoCentre

For a copy of the flyer and program, please click here.

 

DETAILS:

  • Date and time: Friday 31 October, 8.30am for a 9am start (9am to 5pm)
  • Venue: Griffith University EcoCentre, Building N68, Griffith University, Nathan Campus
  • How to book your place: this event is free, but bookings are essential.  Please book your place by visiting our online booking system: http://trybooking.com.au/FUDS
  • PLEASE NOTE: morning and afternoon tea will be provided, but to keep this event free, lunch will not be provided.  You are invited to bring your own lunch, or to purchase it from a nearby café at Griffith University.
  • Cost: This event is free, but gold coin donations will be invited at the door
  • For more information - please contact: convenor@earthlaws.org.au or d.langdon@griffith.edu.au


OVERVIEW

Farmers and food production in Queensland face growing threats.  Coal mining and coal seam gas threaten prime agricultural land in South East Queensland and are increasingly responsible for polluting soil, air, water and land.  Communities are concerned about the potential impacts of genetically modified organisms (GMO) on crops and the growing corporatization of food production and displacement of family farms.  How can we ensure Queensland has a healthy, sustainable food system? And how can rural and urban communities work together more effectively to ensure food justice for consumers and producers?  Come along to this important symposium - join the conversation and explore what we can do to support each other and ensure a just and healthy food future.

 

HOW TO FIND THE VENUE

For maps to help you find the EcoCentre, and details about public transport and parking, please visit this website:
http://www.griffith.edu.au/environment-planning-architecture/ecocentre/about-us

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